Toward the Next-Generation Canadian Sport Policy (2023-2033)
What We Heard Report: Findings of government consultations and a national survey to inform the Canadian Sport Policy 2023-2033
Policy and Program Considerations for Increasing Sport Participation Among Members of Underrepresented Groups in Canada. 2nd Edition (2019) – Executive Summary
SCRI Keynote: Re-imagining sport through the power of strategic partnerships
Sport research, policies, acts and regulations
Effective mentoring in sports
The relationship between mentors and mentees stands out as a pivotal factor in effective mentoring. This was highlighted in a study featuring 239 mentor head coaches and 239 mentee assistant coaches, where researchers discovered a significant link between the quality of mentorship and the improvement of mentees’ leadership skills. Such finding underscores the imperative of…
Women in sports leadership
Gender inequality in sport organization boards remains a problem in the world of sport. Researchers teamed up with a group of professionals to show that old-fashioned practices and stereotypes are still holding women back in sports leadership.
Transformational coaching
Coaches’ leadership styles can play an important role in fostering strong and effective connections with athletes. For example, a transformational leadership style, characterized by its proactive nature and emphasis on empowering, inspiring, and challenging athletes or teams, has been positively associated with the quality of the coach-athlete relationship.
The transformative power of sport: Insights from two Canadian Olympic rowers
Reflecting on my life’s journey, I’m profoundly struck by the transformative impact that sport has had on every facet of my life. The journey from a young sport enthusiast to an elite performer was marked by various challenges and triumphs, each contributing to the mosaic of experiences that define my character today. In this article,…
Sport integrity: Why is it worth protecting?
Sports fans are all intimately familiar with the rules of their favourite sports: what’s allowed, and what will get you penalized. Many are less familiar with the behind-the-scenes rules that protect athletes and the integrity of sport itself. Why protect the integrity of sport? When the outcome of an event is predetermined by competition manipulation…